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MULE Engineering, Inc.

April 20, 2017Judge Hartman
Denied / Government PrevailedContract InterpretationDelay / Disruption / SuspensionSmall Business

MULE Engineering, Inc. appealed multiple claims against the Army regarding delays and additional costs incurred during a construction contract. The Board denied all claims, finding concurrent delays and lack of evidence supporting MULE's assertions.

Material Facts

  • The Army awarded a firm-fixed-price contract to MULE Engineering, Inc. for construction work.
  • MULE experienced delays and incurred additional costs due to alleged constructive changes and defective specifications.
  • MULE's CEO testified that the company was unable to secure a subcontractor for critical work until several months after the contract was awarded.
  • The Army contended that any delays were concurrent with delays caused by MULE.
  • The Board found that MULE did not provide sufficient evidence to support its claims.

Parties

Appellant
MULE Engineering, Inc.
Respondent Agency
Department of the Army
Contract Number
W9124M-14-C-0014
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